India’s unique genetic legacy: implications for health and ancestry
India is home to unparalleled human genetic diversity, comprising more than 5,000 distinct ethnic groups: this presents a transformative opportunity not only to deepen scientific understanding of human gene function and biology, but also to revolutionise the delivery of healthcare through precision and personalised medicine
· 8/20/2026, 7:53:33 AM· 2 min read
India is home to unparalleled human genetic diversity, comprising more than 5,000 distinct ethnic groups: this presents a transformative opportunity not only to deepen scientific understanding of human gene function and biology, but also to revolutionise the delivery of healthcare through precision and personalised medicine
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